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Prism Electric

Lighting Controls Technician

Garland, TX · On-site

$26.50 - $35/hr

Lighting Controls Technician- Prism Electric Join a Team That Powers Progress Prism Electric is one of the most successful open-shop electrical contractors in the region, proudly serving Texas and ...

Bell & McCoy Companies

Lighting Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

Their businesses offer customers and manufacturers unique solutions to complete market coverage in the Electrical Supplies, Lighting and Controls, Utility, Tool and Safety, Luxury Homes, and ...

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Sonepar

Project Quotations Specialist I

Irving, TX

The Lighting Controls Specialist will assist the company's growing Lighting Controls Department and will support the overall objective of growing lighting controls sales. Responsibilities of the ...

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How much do lighting controls jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for lighting controls in Texas is $31.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.88 and $35.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is lighting controls?

A Lighting Controls job involves designing, programming, installing, and maintaining lighting control systems in various settings, such as commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and residential spaces. Professionals in this field work with technologies like dimmers, sensors, timers, and smart lighting systems to optimize energy efficiency, enhance user experience, and comply with lighting regulations. They may collaborate with architects, engineers, and electricians to integrate lighting controls into building automation systems.

What does a lighting controls professional do?

A typical day in Lighting Controls often involves reviewing project plans, installing or programming lighting control systems, and troubleshooting any issues that arise in the field or during commissioning. You may collaborate with electricians, project managers, architects, and building owners to ensure systems are customized to meet client requirements and adhere to building codes. Regular responsibilities also include updating documentation, testing system functionality, and providing technical support or training to clients and team members. This hands-on and dynamic role offers variety and the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for lighting controls?

To thrive in Lighting Controls, you need a strong understanding of electrical systems, building automation, and integration of lighting control technologies, often supported by relevant technical certifications or an associate degree. Familiarity with lighting control software such as Lutron, Crestron, or similar systems, as well as knowledge of industry standards and codes like NEC, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant lighting system installations and maintenance in a wide variety of commercial and residential settings.

What is a lighting controls specialist?

A lighting controls specialist is a professional who designs, installs, and maintains lighting control systems that manage lighting levels, energy use, and automation in buildings. They often work with systems like dimmers, sensors, and programmable controllers, requiring knowledge of electrical wiring and industry standards. Certification and technical skills are typically necessary for this role.

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Infographic showing various Lighting Controls job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,833 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Lighting Controls Specialist

Hays Electrical Services

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 6 days ago

Hays Electrical Services rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description


5K Specialty Systems

Position: Lighting Controls Specialist

Location: Austin, TX / Hybrid

Reports To: Solutions Architect, 5K Specialty Systems

Employment Type: Full-Time

5K Specialty Systems is a low-voltage systems and building automation company delivering structured cabling, security and access control, audio/visual, and BAS integration solutions for commercial, industrial, and specialty facilities. Part of the 5K Holdings family, 5K Specialty Systems is built on a foundation of technical precision, reliability, and client focus — delivering systems that perform.

Position Summary

The Lighting Controls Specialist is a sales engineer specializing in lighting control systems, supporting the sales effort with technical design, cost estimating, and direct client communication on lighting controls opportunities. This role designs lighting control solutions to meet client requirements and applicable energy code, develops supporting cost estimates, and articulates technical lighting controls details to clients and prospects in a way that builds confidence and helps win business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design lighting control solutions — including device selection, zoning, and sequences — to meet client requirements and applicable energy code (e.g., ASHRAE 90.1, IECC) on sales opportunities

• Develop cost estimates for lighting controls scope within proposals, in coordination with the Estimator

• Present and articulate technical lighting controls solution details directly to clients and prospects during the sales process

• Partner with Account Managers, the BDM, and the Solutions Architect on opportunities requiring lighting-controls-specific technical expertise

• Respond to RFP/RFI technical questions specific to lighting controls scope

• Stay current on lighting controls products, platforms, and energy code requirements relevant to client solutions

• Support proposal development with technically accurate, clearly communicated lighting controls content

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• 4+ years of experience in lighting controls design, sales engineering, or a related pre-sale technical role

• Demonstrated ability to design lighting control solutions and develop supporting cost estimates

• Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills — able to explain technical lighting controls concepts clearly to non-technical audiences

• Working knowledge of major lighting controls platforms (e.g., Lutron, WattStopper, Douglas Lighting Controls)

• Knowledge of applicable energy code requirements for lighting controls (e.g., ASHRAE 90.1, IECC)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field

• Prior experience in a sales engineering or pre-sale technical role

• Lighting Certified (LC) credential or similar industry certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role splits time between office-based design and estimating work and client-facing sales support, with travel (approximately 20–30%) for client meetings, proposal presentations, and site walkthroughs to support the sales effort. The Lighting Controls Specialist must be able to operate a computer and standard office equipment and occasionally access active construction or installation sites requiring basic site safety awareness.

Why Join 5K Specialty Systems?

At 5K Specialty Systems, you're joining a ground-floor opportunity with the backing of an established, financially strong parent organization. You'll have the resources to do your best work, a team invested in your success, and real influence over how we win lighting controls business. If you're ready to be the technical voice that helps with close deals, we want to hear from you.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay with a performance-based bonus opportunity

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and long- and short-term disability insurance

• Paid travel and expenses when applicable

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a rapidly scaling organization
 

5K Specialty Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any status protected by applicable law. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

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